Low-Carb Roasted Spicy Cauliflower

posted by Kalyn Denny on February 8, 2018

Cauliflower is tossed with olive oil, spicy red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper and roasted until it’s tender and lightly browned, and this Low-Carb Roasted Spicy Cauliflower is a treat that’s vegan, dairy-free, low-carb, Keto, low-glycemic, gluten-free, Paleo, Whole 30, and South Beach Diet friendly. Use the Diet-Type Index to find more recipes like this one.

Not long ago I updated the recipe for Roasted Cauliflower with Parmesan and that reminded me about how simple and delicious roasted cauliflower is. And it’s pretty obvious that I am a roasted cauliflower fan, because back in the archives I have a lot of variations of roasted cauliflower. This Low-Carb Roasted Spicy Cauliflower is a roasted cauliflower recipe that recently got popular on Pinterest, and I was happy to update the original photos that I felt didn’t really show off how tasty it was. If you like spicy food and are a cauliflower fan, this might become one of your favorite ways to cook it!

Burcu described Aleppo Pepper as Turkish flaked hot red pepper and said “You can use this semi moist, delicious smelling, hot, flaked red pepper while cooking or sprinkle it on your foods.” I loved the Aleppo pepper and found it to be seriously addicting. Now flash forward quite a few years and I’ve been to Turkey where I stocked up on Aleppo Pepper, and you can also buy Aleppo Pepper from Amazon.com. I love making this recipe with Aleppo pepper, but just use another type of spicy red pepper to make this if you don’t have that and don’t want to buy it.

Cut up a large head of cauliflower into individual florets and toss with olive oil, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Spread it out on a baking sheet and roast at 400F/200C for 25-30 minutes, or until it’s softened to your liking and golden brown. Serve hot. That’s all there is to this easy recipe, but the flavor is really a WOW!

And I think Roasted Spicy Cauliflower is a delicious side dish that’s good any time of year!

Low-Carb Diet / Low-Glycemic Diet / South Beach Diet Suggestions:
Low-Carb Roasted Spicy Cauliflower is a perfect side dish for any other low-carb eating plan including Paleo or Whole 30 as well as any phase of the South Beach Diet. And it’s also gluten-free, dairy-free and vegan, so you can make this for anyone who likes cauliflower!

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Kalyn, I’m gald you like the pepper. I’ll be back in Turkey this August and will absolutely bring you more, so no need to use them sparingly. Back in Turkey I had no idea how special pepper flakes were until I came here and could not find the same flavor. This site (http://www.savoryspiceshop.com/spices/chilurfa.html) says it’s the sweating process that gives isot pepper its unique flavor. Whatever it is, I love it. Thanks for writing about it!

Katie, I think Penzeys will mail anywhere in the world if you want to get some there. It might not be quite a great as what Burcu sent me, but there stuff is pretty good quality. Glad to hear you liked the chicken.

HT (aka Lisa) You are soooo lucky to work close to Penzeys.

Burcu, thanks for the offer to keep replenishing my supply. I do agree that it’s very special. I just love it. When I get home I’m going to edit and add the link you gave me, Thanks!

Hi Kalyn –I got my Aleppo from Penzeys, and it’s my new favorite pepper. It’s especially good on seared ahi. I usually roast my cauliflower with garlic and then toss with parsley and parmesan, I’ll have to try it with the Aleppo.

Looks fab! It is so weird because I have been seeing a bunch cauliflower recipes lately – all of a sudden! (I think I missed the memo and will run out to buy a head immediately.) It is just so yummy – Thanks for this recipe!

very interesting post Kalyn! I can’t tell the differences between different red peppers … my taste buds waving white flag… but your/Burcus discription brought me back some good memery when I dined at a Turkish restaurant 🙂

We made the cauliflower recipe tonight, it was awesome! I was sorry that I only made half the head (as we were eating salad and chicken as well). I could easily sit and eat the whole dish. It was phenomenal, it will be going on my favorites list.

Kalyn – Yes, try Aleppo on tuna. I’ve done just Aleppo and salt, and I’ve also marinated with soy, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, etc and then sprinkled with Aleppo and sesame seeds before cooking. I’ve also added Aleppo to my falafel with great results. I think maybe I need to start my own blog to expound on this beautiful pepper.

Hey, Kalyn, you'll never believe that I remembered this fabulous recipe from lo these many years ago because it was SO GOOD and I've lost my copy. I'm thrilled to find it here again. This one deserves an honorable mention on your front page to acquaint all your newer readers with its delicious healthy wonderfulness.